The Story Behind The Statue

World War I Nursing Sister Gladys Elizabeth (Matheson) Crim

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Gladys on leave in England/France

Gladys enjoyed her days off and spent them well. She loved going to the theatre, playing baseball, visiting friends, writing letters home, and shopping for beautiful treasures to send home to her family. Gladys explains "Oh, we were young and full of lively spirits. Yet there was always present that background to our lives- the reason why we were there in France- and tragic entries in my journals alternated with accounts of games and fun."

Gladys served in France until May 24, 1919, where there was the Spanish Flu epidemic after the War. Upon her return to Canada, she served another year back in Winnipeg at the Tuxedo Military Hospital.

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Last Updated: May 13, 2008